Being a parent of young children is both wonderful and incredibly hard. Trusting the people you leave your children with is one of the most important decisions you make, and I can say with my whole heart that Young Minds has been the best choice for our family. The teachers and staff have seen me at my best and my worst. On the days I feel like I have it all together and on the days when I'm barely holding it together. No matter what, they have been nothing but supportive and understanding. They truly care about each child and family in their care and that makes all the difference. Our children have thrived, not just academically but emotionally and socially. They are excited to go to school. They come home full of stories and have formed such sweet friendships. If you're looking for a preschool where your child will be nurtured and you as a parent will feel truly supported, I can't recommend Young Minds enough. read more

We are incredibly thankful to have found Young Minds Preschool (West LA); such a lovely community with the most dedicated directors, staff and teachers. My son first started in the three year old classroom (Orange Hummingbirds). We received detailed weekly observation reports from his assigned teacher with photos and descriptions which we really enjoyed reading. We were at a crossroads since he was eligible for LAUSD TK fall of 2024. However, we made the decision to enroll him in the four year old program (White Owls) and are so glad that we did. For a kiddo that was very resistant to change, we were not sure if he would be ready for the transition to a big elementary school. In the White Owl classroom, they have dedicated rest time (even if he doesn't nap) to recuperate so he doesn't have a complete meltdown by the end of the day. There is weekly enrichment (cooking, sports, music, art etc.) and so many campus events including water day, snow day, fall/winter/spring festivities. They also spend time on workbooks learning about math, phonics, syllables, compound words, the list goes on! For working parents, the option to have extended hours is great (morning program and afternoon program with total care hours of 7:30am-6pm available). We currently have two kids enrolled at Young Minds (one two year old in Purple Finch) and they love going to school. We also plan on enrolling the third once she is of age. We love Young Minds! read more

Exceeded expectations! We were worried about switching preschools for our daughter, but Youngminds TK/K program made the transition seamless. My daughter loves her new friends and learning new things every day. Ms. Jeremie & Ms. Laura are fantastic teachers, going beyond LAUSD's TK/K standards for academics while fostering respect and independence. Thrilled with our decision! I would recommend YoungMind TK/K program to everyone. read more

Our son has been at Young Mind's for 3 years (since he was 2 and he is now in TK). When we visited, we immediately felt that this was the place for us and our family. We really like how YM is play based, and they don't subscribe to any specific philosophy. Instead, they take various elements of all the different philosophies to create a great and fun learning environment. My son is in TK and he loves going to school. All the teachers are wonderful and Ms. Nyah is incredibly responsive to any questions you may have. Our son was there during COVID, and it was still such a fun place during that difficult time. He needed a little extra help at that time, and the school, Ms. Nyah and the teachers were incredibly accommodating, making sure he had everything he needed and always making themselves available for any discussions about him. All the teachers are thoughtful and genuinely love teaching and the students. The campus has a lot of outdoor space (multiple playgrounds) and they have enrichment programs in the afternoon, which the kids love. I can't say enough great things about YM, and we can't wait for our second son to attend next year! read more

Young Minds has been everything that we had ever hoped & dreamed for our kids school! Both of our kids attended there for 3 years each. Everyone from the teachers to the amazing director Ms. Nyah is so friendly and treat each and every kid which so much love & patience. When you enter the school you immediately feel like you're a part of a big family. They really go above and beyond to make the curriculum as enriching as possible. The school also has a lot of great outdoors space with really nice and updated classroom. We are forever grateful for Young minds and the amazing experience that our kids had there! There's really no better school on the West side. Thank you Young Minds for everything! read more

We could have never dreamt up a more perfect preschool for our kids. From the day we stepped on campus for a tour, we knew it was special. The directors, teachers, families, outdoor space, and philosophy, all contributed to our exceptional experience. It was small things like asking our son if it's ok to hug him and letting him choose the question for the morning board. To unpredictable things like getting through COVID (and returning), and supporting our family through a career change. We truly believe we are better parents because of the school. They support each child's individual needs, and check in with families regularly. We even received a weekly report with photos that kept us up to date on their daily enrichment activities and learning. No words could explain just how grateful we are to be part of such a wonderful Community. Our lives are forever changed by Young Minds West LA! read more

We have nothing but amazing things to say about Young Minds! Our 4 year old has been there for several months after relocating to LA and the entire staff has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. Our son has thrived and loves school. They have helped him develop important social and emotional skills through thoughtful activities and patient guidance. There is a great balance of play and educational opportunities including ample and diverse enrichment programming everyday that our son always looks forward to. We also appreciate the weekly observation reports with photos and glimpses into Luke's school life at the end of every week. We are forever grateful to the fantastic teachers and staff at Young Minds and would highly recommend! read more

Our 4 year old is enrolled in the TK/Kinder program and he absolutely loves it. Young Minds has a 1:5 teacher to child ratio for the TK/Kinder - never again in his schooling career will he have so much individual attention. The amount of academic and social progress he has made is unreal - most certainly surpassed all expectations. If you plan to apply to SAS elementary schools, the guidelines set by LAUSD as the bar to apply into the program was met within a few months. The teachers really pour their heart and soul into our children and into their work. Kids are such sponges at this age and the value we get from this program is incredible. Perhaps even more impressive is that our son is so excited about school every day and finds learning so much fun! We have a younger daughter currently at young minds and we cannot wait to enroll her into the TK/Kinder program when she gets old enough. read more

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My daughter is in her third year at young minds. She started in the twos and is now in the TK/Kinder Class. I tell people all the time that I am truly obsessed with Young Minds and am going to be so sad when my daughter graduates. All of the teachers, administration, etc. have been lovely, accommodating, communicative-all the things you would want from a preschool. However, I have to give an extra special shout out to the TK Kinder Class. Ms. Laura and Ms. Jeremy are truly exceptional teachers who pour their heart and soul into providing a memorable (and very educational) experience for their class. The creativity of the curriculum and how much my daughter has learned has exceeded all of my expectations. read more

Young Minds is fantastic. Our older son is in his third year (currently TK), and our younger son will attend Young Minds starting next fall. We have been very happy with all of the teachers and the administration from the beginning. Highly recommend. read more

We are beyond grateful that we found Young Minds. It can be so scary trusting your kids with new people and Mrs.Nyah and all her staff took all those fears away. Our son happily went to school each day where we were always greeted by a staff member with a genuine smile. I can't say enough how thankful I am that we found this little gem. Our son grew in so many ways and it was so nice to know he was safe and happy. read more

My son, Anthony, attended TK and we loved everything about this school. Amazing environment and incredible staff. Zero complaints.

My daughter started preschool here well into the school year and was warmly accepted by all the staff and students. She was made to feel welcome at every moment. The teachers are wonderful and kind, and Ms Nyah is very friendly and communicative with parents. My daughter was well prepared for kindergarten after her time at Young Minds. We couldn't have had a better preschool experience. read more

We love Young Minds! The West LA location in particular has really amazing outdoor space. We love the balance of education and play at the school, and the teachers and Directors are so wonderful. We've sent 2 out of 3 of our children here (the third will be going as well eventually), and have had such a great experience, can't recommend enough! read more

The staff and teachers here are fantastic! they are kind, patient, and communicative. Our son made friends with kids and the teachers there and it was great to see him grow and interact with all of them. We intend to bring our younger one in the future as well! read more

Young Minds is in a league of its own. We had our son at another school for almost 2 years, and we were happy at that other school until some changeover happened and it reflected in our sons behavior showing stress and resulted in him no longer wanting to go. We changed to Young Minds in the middle of the school year right after winter break, and the whole class/school welcomed him so readily that he immediately loved it. The director, Ms. Nyah, is an incredible example of warmth that sets the tone for everyone at the school. She knows every kid, every parent, and every sibling, and it is obvious that they all adore her. She is always energetic, bright, friendly, and so responsive to every e-mail. I have no idea how she manages to run the whole school and also take time to connect with every kid/family, but she does it genuinely and makes it look effortless. Our son is in the TK/Kinder class (11 students) and his teachers, Ms Laura and Ms Jeremie, are simply excellent. They are so creative and fun and really tune in to each kid and how to help them grow individually. Just a few of the activities my son has been excited about have included making boats with recycled materials to test in the post-rain puddles, building a fort and having a pizza party inside, gathering pots and tools in the nature yard to build paths while playing "the floor is lava," and fuse beads every Friday. He has so much fun there and still blows my mind with the academic concepts and skills he comes home with. Our TK son will graduate to another school but our 2-year-old will be starting in July and we are so happy we get to stay in the Young Minds family! We love everything about the school's philosophies and the opportunities they offer to the kids. The campus is beautiful with multiple large different outside areas (including my personal favorite - the nature yard) and lots of outside time. Every day includes a different enrichment (art, science, music, sports) and they just completed an around the world segment where they learned about a different country/culture each week by making and trying different food, jewelry, dances, etc. They completed the segment with a giant potluck for the families to come enjoy lunch with the kids. There are lots of opportunities for parents to visit and participate in special activities. They send recaps each week with photos and summaries of what the kids are doing in class and encourage very open communication. I could keep going. Young Minds is just so special and we are so grateful to have found the most perfect place for our children to learn and grow! read more

We've been with YM on Westwood Blvd for almost three years and send both our children there. It's a professionally run, well staffed school with caring and effective teachers and administrators. We are consistently surprised and delighted with what our kids come back having learned both academically and socioemotionally. On the academics, we were not looking for achievement on any specific subject curriculum focus but rather just a place where they can make friends, maximize play, and satisfy curiosities, and I feel the school does that extraordinarily well, but I find that many children in our classes will likely be beyond prepared academically for traditional public and private K and Pre-K programs. Finally it's worth noting how this school handled the pandemic. They were proactive in canceling programs last Mar when fear and uncertainty were super high and implemented light Youtube and Zoom get together to try and maintain a semblance of normalcy when the world was reeling from the tumult. They carefully reopened the school following CDC guidelines and were mindful to enforce rules incurring parental inconveniences for the greater good of the community, and they were hyper communicative about any illnesses from students or staff. I recommend this school to anyone who asks about preschools, and I'm so happy to continue to send our kids there. I think our pandemic experience would have been far worse without Young Minds in our lives, and without hyperbole, I will be forever grateful for how they enabled us and our children get through the pandemic. read more

Young Minds is a magical place for children. Our daughter Clara attends the West LA campus. We are so happy that we found this pre-school when we moved from Paris (France) to LA last year. Clara now loves going to school in the morning, and already waits at the door with her lunch bag before we even have finished breakfast. She is a self-confident, curious, and happy child, thanks also to the amazing work of her teachers Ms. Yvonne and Ms. Urara, the director Ms. Nyah, and Ms. Rosa, who show so much passion and dedication to their work, and who love every single child. We also felt that the learning program is unusually rich; Clara often surprises us with unexpected knowledge about chemistry, astronomy, arts, and many other fields, which she comments with 'I know about that, we did that at school!'. read more

Our son is currently enrolled in the TK / Kinder class at Young Minds, and words cannot truly express the experience we as a family have had there. It is incredible. From the caring, communicative, and responsive teachers to the incredible learning environment, our son has thrived here and is more than prepared for kindergarten. The teachers at Young Minds are truly exceptional and meet the kids where they're at in terms of learning. For example, when our son became frustrated learning phonics, they took an individualized approach, creating fun and engaging activities tailored to his learning style. They also provided helpful ideas to support his learning at home, and his progress has been phenomenal. He now loves phonics and is thriving. We also love how Young Minds teachers children problem-solving skills, kindness, courtesy, and collaborative play. Their philosophy helps the kids build strong relationships and bonds, making time on the playground really special. Our son loves being there so much that he insists on doing aftercare and staying late every day (they offer aftercare until 6:00, five days a week). In addition to the way they teach, they do everything they can to make the experience magical for the kids. During the holiday, they make it snow on campus for sledding. There's a teacher who dresses up as a gingerbread man for the kids to chase, and they constructed a huge winter cardboard train for the kids to sit in for storytime and hot cocoa in their PJs. We also adore their enrichment classes, which include yoga, art, Sportball, and ceramics. These programs have helped our son develop a well-rounded education and a love for learning and the abundance of outdoor space gives him plenty of opportunities o get his energy out. With a grassy yard for enrichment classes and events, an upper playground with slides and huge Magna-Tiles, an outdoor eating area, a nature yard for imaginative play and bike riding, and outdoor classrooms, children have ample opportunities to learn and grow in a vibrant setting. While public schools may offer TK, we highly recommend considering Young Minds Preschool. The teachers, community, and facilities are truly unmatched. The school is incredibly secure and we feel that he is safe and well cared for each and every day. We will be sad to leave next year but are grateful for the preschool director and teachers who played a crucial role in helping us navigate the application process for private schools. Our son got accepted into all four schools we applied to, and this year, every child at Young Minds was accepted into their top choice school. In summary, Young Minds Preschool is a truly magical and special place, and we cannot say enough good things about it. If you are considering a preschool for your child, this should be at the top of your list. read more

This school is magical! I was so nervous to let my first child go on her own. But she loved it. The teachers are amazing . The office staff is great . So many classes and programs . My child learned so much. She is already doing addition and subtractions and is starting to read . She is not 5 yet. And no- we are not doing much at home . The credits go to school and it's wonderful staff. read more

We have now attended all THREE campuses of this school (all post-COVID) and are really enjoying our kids' experiences there. My son started at the Venice location, before moving over to Westchester when it opened in 2020. I was asking the director if there was any way to get my Kindergartener into an afternoon session (did not exist at this time) or anything.. and she happened to mention that the Westwood campus had an opening in their one-and-only inaugural Kinder class. What a find! My daughter entered the class months late, after being in "Zoom school." Within weeks, she was part of the group of kids (wonderful, sweet, welcoming kids) and SO EXCITED to go to school every day. I'm beyond thrilled that she is in an every day environment that fosters her self-esteem and has made her excited to learn... about everything! She's reading after only 2 months in the class (she was struggling previously). I love the anecdotes she comes home with daily. She will be very prepared for first grade next year! I also feel very comfortable with their COVID protocols. They are doing a great job! read more

My son absolutely loved Young Minds as did we as his parents. He not only did he learn so much but the leaders and teachers keep the parents updated with weekly pictures and progress which are the highlight of my week. My son cannot stop talking about how much he loved Young Minds. Thank you to all the teachers at Young Minds! read more

This preschool is the best! Our daughter had a wonderful experience here and we couldn't be happier about her time spent at this preschool. She's heading to Westwood Charter for Kindergarten this year and we're confident she's more than prepared thanks to the teachers and curriculum at Young Minds. read more

We looked at a number of preschools and chose YMLA for our kids. Our 4yo is currently in TK. It's wonderful: she's excited to go to school each day. They have different enrichment activities each day (science, art, cooking, young ninjas, sports, music, etc). Her classes prior to this year were entirely play-based and so much fun. I know LA is about to change to letting all 4yos do TK, but this year it was only for the oldest kids. She's younger but her older friends were doing TK, so instead of another year of entirely play-based classes, we decided to do TK too. We were surprised when she came home pretty early in the year and said "I know how to read": it turns out she had learned how to learn in basically no time. Her TK teachers, Ms. Laura and Ms. Jeremie, her previous TK teachers Ms. Lorielle and Ms. Claudia, and all of the other enrichment and afternoon program teachers like Ms. Wendy, Ms. Ali, and others have been great. We can't wait to send our younger kid. read more

We could not be happier with Young Minds West LA. Our little one is in the TK/Kinder program and the teachers and staff are absolutely amazing. The curriculum is exceptional. Our little one loves going to school every morning! We feel that she will be fully prepared to transition to elementary school next year with the help of Young Minds. We cannot recommend it highly enough! read more

We are so thrilled to have found Young Minds West Los Angeles and particularly to have our daughter in the TK/Kinder program. We moved our daughter to Young Minds for preschool in the middle of the pandemic and have kept her for her TK. From the first time I walked in the school I got a great feeling and have had that impression affirmed again and again during her time there. Young Minds really does feel like a family. Most of the teachers and staff have been there for years, my daughter seems to know every teacher on the campus and they all know her, there is minimal teacher turn over. Every day there is a new surprise decoration or plant in the garden, every holiday is made joyful and educational. The Director has a really special bond with my child and seems to have a similar relationship with all the kids because they really do prioritize individual relationships and creating a loving, special environment. To speak specifically to the TK, we have been thrilled with the educational and social emotional content so far. The teachers strike a great balance between keeping the class fun and play based while packing in a ton of education and moving them to a more structured environment. My daughter loves going to school every day- when we went on vacation, she talked about missing her class and her "prime time learning". She is constantly teaching us random facts she's learned (the life cycle of various bugs, the function of the small intestine, the traditions of different cultures) and is thrilled to be learning reading and writing. read more

Our son attended Young Minds for 3 years from the ages of 2 to 5. It has been a wonderful experience for him as the school has helped him develop intellectually and more importantly has given him the support to be himself and develop into his own person. The teachers in each of his 3 classes have been very supportive, allowing the kids to play and be themselves while keeping a constant focus on learning and development. The school Director and leadership are great communicators and have a balanced approach with a common sense attitude. Highly recommend you consider Young Minds for your daughter or son's pre-school. read more

I totally agree the other one star review above. Teachers in this school show parents fake smile and fake nice. but they don't really show love to the children. At the beginning, we were trying to transfer to another class in the same school and have been told there is long waiting list. When we decided to leave because we found out the teachers don't really care the children that much, and asked them to refund the deposit they said deposit can only be refunded if there is a new student coming. Come on！ where is the long waiting list? read more

There's really not enough space to write here how indebted we are to Young Minds. The community and early education our daughter received for nearly 2 years has left us with feelings of love and respect. Special credit must go to the amazing director, Ms Susan who words cannot describe. She goes above and beyond in every way. She makes every child and every parent feel special. We were lucky to have Ms Laura for 2 years and all of the teachers are amazing. Thank you Young Minds! read more

I had the pleasure of having my two girls attend this school for the past five years. This school became Family! The activities were stellar, the curriculum was amazing, and all of the staff was like an extension of our family. Miss Susan was always so pleasant and patient with not Only my children, but every child during drop off and throughout the day. Jennifer the Director was always so nice and really listened and answered all the questions we had no matter how big or small. The teachers even if not my child's tea her were happy to see every face walk Through the door. I would highly suggest this school to anyone. I felt safe and secure leaving my child here. Miss Laura even hugged me if i had a hard time leaving my child! Overall, we were so blessed to have had our experience at Young Minds! read more

We looked at a lot of preschools and had our daughter at a different school before the Westchester location opened. What my husband and I immediately recognized and appreciated was their ability to weave different teaching philosophies together with an eye on prepping the kiddos for kinder. And also having fun. Cut to them opening a new school during Covid and they continue to surpass expectations in education, safety and fun. The teachers give incredible attention to some personal issues I flagged for them, in a way that has actually made my daughter more confident. Each day I do a drop off or pickup I thank my lucky stars for Young Minds and am counting the days until my son is old enough to go. read more

We loved being part of Young Minds. The directors are responsive, well-organized and professional. They have hired nurturing teachers and created a true community for children and their families. We enjoyed reading the teachers' updates and seeing photos of our child's activities each week. The campus is spacious, colorful and inviting. My daughter couldn't get enough of the incredible outdoor playgrounds, enjoyed the structured yet creative curriculum and made close friends that followed her to T-K. She absolutely adored the annual snow day! As a parent, I appreciated that the school shares the same campus as Temple Adat Shalom, and offered Shabbat enrichment for the Jewish students at no charge. My only caveat is that the parking lot is tiny, making drop-off an occasionally stressful event. Our overall experience was overwhelmingly positive, however, and I highly recommend this delightful school. read more

As an educator myself, I wanted a space where my children would feel loved and in turn fall in love with learning. Young Minds has been just that for our family. Our children started in the twos program and will all continue through the TK/Kinder program. Ms. Nyah leads the school with such grace, joy, and enthusiasm, and the unique rotation of teachers means that your child will know just about every teacher in the school. The curriculum and enrichment is scaffolded to each developmental stage and my children come home applying the strategies and lessons they've learned. The TK/Kinder program is outstanding; the experienced educators are skilled in their craft, employing evidence based strategies to teach reading, writing, mathematics, and more with unmatched charisma. My son who is now in a private elementary school still runs to give hugs to his former teachers when we pick up our daughter. We are so grateful for the strong academic foundation and sense of community we've gained through Young Minds. read more

My son has been going here for since we 2.5 year and when the school just opened. He went to only Tutor Time (Big Chain of Schools), but when i compare the 2. Young Minds was great, he had a great class that stayed with his classmates the whole time. They did rotate out the teachers each year which was great. The teachers are great and creative. The campus large, they have 3 different fields for the kids to play on which is great since they rotate throughout the day. The school has great tools in the class rooms and great toys for outside. They also rotate plasma scooters and bikes and more They also have a snow day in winter where they have company drop a ton of snow on the sports field for them to play around in. Go in for the tour and check it out. read more

My son absolutely loved Young Minds. The teachers and staff are so wonderful and nurturing - there's really no better way to describe them but as an extended family. As for my son, he spent three years (2-5) at Young Minds and comes out of it like well behaved rocket scientist (and he certainly didn't get those qualities from me!). Don't think twice about sending your kids here. They will LOVE it and so will you. If I could give them six stars, I would. Thanks, guys - we miss you already! read more

Our son started YM when he was 4 years old, transitioning out from a different preschool/daycare where he was for approximately a year. The YM West LA Director and his teachers really took it upon themselves to help make his transition smooth. Within the first week not only had our son made a couple good friends, but we were also introduced to many parents of his classmates. The teachers in his class were both incredible; very nurturing and caring. Our son is now in the TK/Kinder program. Prior to enrolling him into the TK/Kinder program at YMWLA, our plan was to send him to public TK. When we heard about the amazing program YMWLA was offering for TK, we decided to give it a try because he would likely never have this kind of a student / teacher ratio (approx 5:1) ever again. We are so happy to have made that decision. It is a great group of kids in that class. We know almost all the parents and kids and both the teachers (Ms. Laura and Ms. Jeremie) are beyond incredible. I think that's what makes the TK program most special - its the two teachers that they have. Finally, I will have to say that the shining star of the school is Ms. Nyah (the Director) who is caring, efficient, present and always looking for ways to enhance the experience at YMWLA for not only the kids, but also for their teachers. I would send our son to YMWLA again in a heartbeat. We will be sad to graduate out of that school this summer. read more

I sent my two boys at Young Minds Preschool and we had such a positive experience. My oldest boy was perfectly prepared for that Preschool/Kindergarten transition, thanks to Young Minds. The staff and teachers are truly topnotch and caring. The facility is phenomenal. The activities from art, sports, music, etc. are above and beyond what you would normally expect from a preschool. Young Minds truly feels like a family and I highly recommend the preschool for your child. read more

Young Minds is an amazing preschool! Our son had a fantastic 3 years here and we are sad to graduate and leave this wonderful community. Our daughter had attended another preschool which we were not satisfied with - we wish Young Minds had been around when she was younger. The teachers are all very intone with the kids and the Directors are very on it with the kids. We also really liked the variety of curriculum. The school is very flexible for working parents. Highly recommend this school. read more

Young Minds has been such an amazing preschool for our daughter. She wakes up excited everyday to go see her teachers and friends. We love all the cute activities the school plans for the kids, the nurturing teachers and have really loved connecting with all the other Westchester parents in our little community. We highly recommended YM! We love it! read more

YMLA is a true hidden gem and I totally recommend it. The campus is gorgeous: the playgrounds are spacious and very well maintained. What we really loved was their rich curriculum. The Director, Ms Susan, is wonderful. Our kid loved stopping by her office every single morning to greet her and to talk to her about things he wanted to share with her, and she would always give him the attention he needed. I would also like to say how wonderful each and every teacher was and we will never forget how valuable they are, especially: Ms Nalon, Ms Emma, Ms Laura M, Mr Ashton, Mr Will, Ms Ulala, Ms Liz, Ms Christina, Ms Laura, Ms Yvonne, Ms Tiffany, Ms Jazmine, and Ms Nyah. Thank you for letting our kid feel loved and cared for. Our kid just graduated and we are so proud that he is a YMLA alumni now! read more